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DR. ROBERT LEROY WILLIAMS

FUNERAL HOME

Speaks Suburban Chapel

18020 E. 39th St. S

Independence, Missouri

ROBERT WILLIAMS Obituary

Name: Visitation for DR. ROBERT LEROY WILLIAMS
Start: 2015-11-07T19:00:00.000Z
End: 2015-11-07T20:00:00.000Z
Location: Speaks Suburban Chapel

DR. ROBERT LEROY WILLIAMS Dr. Robert Leroy Williams passed away on Thursday at Centerpoint Hospital after a long battle with cancer. Services will be 2:00 p.m., Saturday, November 7, 2015 at the Speaks Suburban Chapel, 18020 E. 39th St., Independence MO 64055. Burial will follow in Blue Springs Cemetery. The family will greet friends from 1:00 p.m., until service time Saturday at the chapel. Donations may be made in his name to the Lung Cancer Society or Susan G. Komen for the Cure fund. He graduated from Kansas City Osteopathic College in 1978, and went into Family Practice with his father Dr. James E. Williams, at 4419 S. Crysler, Independence, MO 64055 where he practiced until his retirement on August 28, 2015 and was a life-time resident of Independence, MO. He is survived by his wife Idelle Williams, his daughter Rachael Williams Shalley, and son-in-law Chet Shalley of Independence, Mo. He is also survived by his Mother, Betty A. Williams, and sister Kimberly Roberts, and brother-in-law Mike Roberts also of Independence, and several sister-in-laws, brothers in law, many nephews, nieces, cousins and friends, and patients who will miss him. He was a member of the Missouri Osteopathic Association. He had a passion for wood working, always had a joke on his lips and a compassionate heart for his patients. He always told it like it is and was affectionately nick-named, Walter Concrete. Online condolences may be expressed to the family at: www.speakschapel.com (Arrangements: Speaks Suburban Chapel (816) 373-3600) Speaks Suburban Funeral Home, 18020 E 39th St, Independence, MO 64051, 816-373-3600

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Published by Kansas City Star on Nov. 6, 2015.

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glenda forrester

January 1, 2016

Dr. Williams was mine and my husbands doctor for almost 20 years. It broke our heart the day we saw him at the cancer center as he and my husband were both battling Cancer at the same time. We both admired him and we're sad to see her did not beat the battle. Our hearts and prayers are with you and your family.

Jerry Blau

November 19, 2015

As a neighborhood playmate and teammate of Leroy's many years ago I can only speak to those times. My brother alerted me to Leroy's passing as I have made Virginia my home now for over 21 years courtesy of the US Navy. My recollection of those days if of fun and funny stories of which Leroy was sometimes the main subject. His folks bought a house on Denton with a steep, albeit dangerous incline that was perfect for uncontrolled red wagons loaded with kids to go down in front of unsuspecting motorists. And Leroy, bless his heart, had never thrown a baseball or swung a bat but for $10 he was on our Raytown Little League "Braves" team. My dad, the coach tried to hide Leroy in right field, but nevertheless, the occasional fly ball would find Leroy and what happened next is the stuff of many a sandlot baseball lore! I have to share than often when Leroy was at bat his swing was so late that the umpire literally had to call the pitch a ball (when outside the strike zone). Of course the first foul ball he hit, he got a standing ovation from all of the sympathetic moms in the stands. Unfortunately, my Navy travels kept me from continuing our friendship into adulthood. It appears I missed a real treat. I hope to be able to re-connect when it's my time to go to be with the Lord. May all Leroy's loved ones cherish these and the many memories you have.

Charles Mc Grath, D.O.

November 16, 2015

Leroy was a friend, a fellow woodworker, and a Physician whose patients have declared their Love for him and greatly appreciated the care that he provided.

I will miss him, as will all of the Osteopathic Community. He was an asset to Independence and he will be greatly missed.

Until I see you again Leroy, Rest in, and at, Peace, my Friend.

Lynn Israel

November 8, 2015

"Having known Leroy for more than 50 years, I will miss my loyal pal and our shared love of games, John Wayne films and bad jokes. Someone once said doctors diagnose, nurses heal and caregivers make sense of it all. Leroy was able to do all three; and so much more as a loving husband, good son and brother, and a wonderful father. Rest in peace, my friend."
-Lynn Israel

Lori Varnell

November 6, 2015

I am so very sorry for your loss! I always enjoyed Leroy and his quick, intelligent wit! He was so much fun! I am keeping all of you in my heart and prayers! God bless each of you!

Jana Redding

November 6, 2015

I'm so sorry for your loss. There aren't anymore like LeRoy. He was one of a kind. An awesome doctor and a wonderful friend. I will miss him.

Liz Faron

November 6, 2015

I'm so sorry for your loss. My heart hurts with yours.

Roy & Shere Graham

November 6, 2015

Our prayers are with you. Leroy was an incredible, unique man! He had a beautiful smile :)

Angela Turbiville

November 6, 2015

I am deeply sorry for your loss. He was one of a kind. He was a true friend. I will dearly miss him.

Former Patient: Bill Walker

November 6, 2015

R.I.P. Dr Williams.

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Speaks Suburban Chapel

18020 E. 39th St. S, Independence, MO 64055

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2:00 p.m.

Speaks Suburban Chapel

18020 E. 39th St. S, Independence, MO 64055

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Blue Springs Cemetery

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